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Which of the following is NOT an indication for administering Magnesium Sulfate?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for administering Magnesium Sulfate?
- Third degree AV block (correct)
- Respiratory Distress
- OB Seizures (eclampsia)
- Wide Complex Tachycardia with a Pulse
What is the primary mechanism of action of Magnesium Sulfate in the body?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Magnesium Sulfate in the body?
- Anticholinergic effects
- Beta-blockade
- Inhibiting sodium-potassium pumps
- Calcium channel blocking (correct)
Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse/side effect of Magnesium Sulfate?
Which of the following is NOT listed as an adverse/side effect of Magnesium Sulfate?
- Hyperactivity (correct)
- Hypotension
- Cardiac arrest
- Itching and rash
Why should Magnesium Sulfate be administered slowly?
Why should Magnesium Sulfate be administered slowly?
Which electrolyte imbalance can cause refractory ventricular fibrillation?
Which electrolyte imbalance can cause refractory ventricular fibrillation?
In which condition should Magnesium Sulfate be used with caution due to its potential effects on renal function?
In which condition should Magnesium Sulfate be used with caution due to its potential effects on renal function?
Which of the following is an antidote to counteract serious side effects of hypermagnesemia?
Which of the following is an antidote to counteract serious side effects of hypermagnesemia?
Which of the following is a contraindication for administering Magnesium Sulfate?
Which of the following is a contraindication for administering Magnesium Sulfate?
What is the main mechanism of action of Magnesium Sulfate as an antiarrhythmic?
What is the main mechanism of action of Magnesium Sulfate as an antiarrhythmic?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of Magnesium Sulfate on the central nervous system?
Which of the following is a potential side effect of Magnesium Sulfate on the central nervous system?
In hypermagnesemia, which antidote should be available to counteract serious side effects?
In hypermagnesemia, which antidote should be available to counteract serious side effects?
What is the duration of action of Magnesium Sulfate?
What is the duration of action of Magnesium Sulfate?
Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to refractory ventricular fibrillation if left untreated?
Which electrolyte imbalance can lead to refractory ventricular fibrillation if left untreated?
True or False: Magnesium Sulfate primarily acts as a bronchodilator.
True or False: Magnesium Sulfate primarily acts as a bronchodilator.
True or False: Magnesium Sulfate is contraindicated in patients with renal insufficiency.
True or False: Magnesium Sulfate is contraindicated in patients with renal insufficiency.
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